SOLUTION: The sum of two numbers is 148. Five times the lesser of the two numbers decreased by eight is equal to twice the greater number increased by four. Find the numbers

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Question 1106655: The sum of two numbers is 148. Five times the lesser of the two numbers decreased by eight is equal to twice the greater number increased by four. Find the numbers
Answer by josgarithmetic(39630) About Me  (Show Source):
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That is the system of equations according to the description. The two numbers are x and y, x being the lesser number. Solve the system.